Euphonic and harmonious expressions, forcible and just expressions, profound and comprehensive expressions, and especially apt and witty expressions, each have their specific influence upon different minds, and their common influence upon all minds.... It is therefore high time our most… — Charles Simmons Copy Share Image
Accurate knowledge is the basis of correct opinions; the want of it makes the opinions of most people of little value. — Charles Simmons Copy Share Image
When a person feels disposed to over estimate his own importance, let him remember that mankind got along very well before his birth, and… — Charles Simmons Copy Share Image
Promptitude is not only a duty, but is also a part of good manners; it is favorable to fortune, reputation, influence and usefulness — Charles Simmons Copy Share Image
The smallest number, with God and truth on their side, are weightier than thousands. — Charles Simmons Copy Share Image
Bigotry and intolerance, silenced by argument, endeavors to silence by persecution, in old days by fire and sword, in modern days by the tongue. — Charles Simmons Copy Share Image
Good intentions are very mortal and perishable things. Like very mellow and choice fruit, they are difficult to keep. — Charles Simmons Copy Share Image
Promptitude is not only a duty, but is also a part of good manners; it is favorable to fortune, reputation, influence, and usefulness; a… — Charles Simmons Copy Share Image
If you would reform the world from its errors and vices, begin by enlisting the mothers. — Charles Simmons Copy Share Image
